Recipe for success: (Ask yourself these questions before you use a website for a reference:)
1. Authority - Who says so?
Who is the author and what are his credentials?
Is there information about the author?
Is there contact information?
2. Accuracy - What is the information?
Does the site explain?
Is the site unique?
Is it silly or unintelligent?
Is it in-depth?
3. Objectivity - Why and Where was the Web page created?
Who sponcers the Web site?
Is there a bias to persuade instead of inform?
Domains-
.com (commercial organizations)
.org (usually non-profit organizations - but not always)
.edu (educational institutions)
.gov (government)
.net (organizations involved with Internet services)
.int (international organizations)
4. Currency - When was it created?
When was the site created and last updated?
Are there current links to other resources?
5. Coverage - How is it put together?
Does it look official?
Grammer?
Graphics?
Do you have to register to use the site?
Is it easy to navigate?
6. PRACTICE - Finding good internet information is easier once you practice these steps and use them every time.
Norms and Practices of Appropriate, Responsible Behavior while using Technology. Adapted from Digital Citizenship.
1. Digital Etiquette - Use technology appropriately or it will be regulated or banned.
2. Digital communication - It is very easy to communicate with technology. Need to make appropriate decisions with regards to communication.
3. Digital Literacy - Must be able to use and adapt to new technologies and evaluate its appropriate use.
4. Digital Access - Need to encourage access to all of society.
5. Digital Commerce - Need to understand how the internet has changed the ecomony. Also must be aware of illegal use - pornography, illegal and stolen goods, and gambling.
6. Digital Law - Need to understand that online materials are PROPERTY and falls under the same guidelines. Hacking, plagiarizing, unauthorized downloads, creating viruses and worms, spam, and identity theft are all illegal and/or unethical.
7. Digital Rights and Responsibilites - With the same rights as freedom of speech and freedom of press comes the responsibility of the user. They must work together.
8. Digital Health and Wellness - Need to take care of body and mind while dealing with computers. Be aware of the risks and protect oneself.
9. Digital Security - Must be aware of the things that can effect our digital use - viruses, data back-ups, and surge suppressors.
How-To Find Quality Online Resources
Step 1 - Ask your librarian
Your Librarian is your number one source to help you find the best usable, reliable, and accurate information.Resources from library:
How To Evaluate Web Information.doc
Becoming an Effective Internet Searcher.doc
Big Six Skill Sheet.doc
Recipe for success: (Ask yourself these questions before you use a website for a reference:)
1. Authority - Who says so?
Who is the author and what are his credentials?
Is there information about the author?
Is there contact information?
2. Accuracy - What is the information?
Does the site explain?
Is the site unique?
Is it silly or unintelligent?
Is it in-depth?
3. Objectivity - Why and Where was the Web page created?
Who sponcers the Web site?
Is there a bias to persuade instead of inform?
Domains-
.com (commercial organizations)
.org (usually non-profit organizations - but not always)
.edu (educational institutions)
.gov (government)
.net (organizations involved with Internet services)
.int (international organizations)
4. Currency - When was it created?
When was the site created and last updated?
Are there current links to other resources?
5. Coverage - How is it put together?
Does it look official?
Grammer?
Graphics?
Do you have to register to use the site?
Is it easy to navigate?
6. PRACTICE - Finding good internet information is easier once you practice these steps and use them every time.
Step 2 - Ask your Technology Team
Training in internet use and ways to find information. Shikellamy Wiki:This site covers many topics. Click on any of the links get help with:
Google
Search Engines
Subject Directories
Subscription Based
Invisible Web
Online Libraries
Online Books
Primary Sources
Encyclopedias
Online Periodicals
Quick Answers
Government Sites
21st Century Fluency
Maps
Evaluating Web Pages
Step 3 - Practice Digital Citizenship
Norms and Practices of Appropriate, Responsible Behavior while using Technology. Adapted from Digital Citizenship.1. Digital Etiquette - Use technology appropriately or it will be regulated or banned.
2. Digital communication - It is very easy to communicate with technology. Need to make appropriate decisions with regards to communication.
3. Digital Literacy - Must be able to use and adapt to new technologies and evaluate its appropriate use.
4. Digital Access - Need to encourage access to all of society.
5. Digital Commerce - Need to understand how the internet has changed the ecomony. Also must be aware of illegal use - pornography, illegal and stolen goods, and gambling.
6. Digital Law - Need to understand that online materials are PROPERTY and falls under the same guidelines. Hacking, plagiarizing, unauthorized downloads, creating viruses and worms, spam, and identity theft are all illegal and/or unethical.
7. Digital Rights and Responsibilites - With the same rights as freedom of speech and freedom of press comes the responsibility of the user. They must work together.
8. Digital Health and Wellness - Need to take care of body and mind while dealing with computers. Be aware of the risks and protect oneself.
9. Digital Security - Must be aware of the things that can effect our digital use - viruses, data back-ups, and surge suppressors.